Grass Under Deck

Tips from Real-Estate-Agents.com

by Kathy Maynard, reprinted courtesy of ServiceMagic.com

Q: I cannot seem to get good ground cover under my deck. The sod is always damp and grass does not do well. I tried seeding with shade seed, etc. A concrete slab would be my last choice.

A: I recommend you visit a local nursery and they should be able to recommend some good ground cover with the best chance of surviving before throwing in the towel and installing gravel or concrete.

You might also contact some local landscaping contractors to discuss the possibility of having a professional first improve the area with soil enhancement and/or drainage and then plant the most appropriate ground cover for you. That might help give it a better chance of thriving and still be much less expensive than concrete.

If you'd like to talk to a few reliable landscape contractors, simply visit our site at http://www.servicemagic.com.

Good luck!

Kathy Maynard

-- Tips courtesy of Service Magic